3rd Shift Production Supervisor

Catania Oils; Ayer (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the edible oils industry seeks a 3rd Shift Production Supervisor to lead manufacturing operations. This role involves managing production schedules, ensuring safety, and improving operational efficiencies. Ideal candidates will have significant manufacturing experience and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years manufacturing experience with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Knowledge of plastic manufacturing processes is a plus.
• Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for interviewing and hiring production personnel.
• Directs activities of the production crew and maintains operating efficiencies.
• Leads safety activities and provides ongoing shift leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Communication

Organization

Education

High school diploma

College degree

Tools

MS Office

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Overview

Catania Oils is a fourth-generation, family-owned business that has been a trusted name in the edible oils industry for 125 years. As a leading packager and processor of edible oils, we are committed to delivering high-quality products to our customers in an efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally responsible way. We are looking for passionate, motivated individuals who are eager to contribute to continuous improvement through collaboration, teamwork, and respect.

Description

The Shift Supervisor provides leadership to the manufacturing group on a given shift. The Production Supervisor provides first line leadership to a crew of hourly personnel engaged in the manufacturing process. The Supervisor is responsible for the coordination of production scheduling, safety, maintenance and repair, quality, discipline, attendance, enforcement of plant rules and other related areas in the efficient operations of the facility.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Responsible for interviewing and hiring production personnel
• Directs activities of the production crew. Responsible for maintaining operating efficiencies of production machines
• Coordinates repairs and maintenance activities with production planning and maintenance department to maximize uptime and labor efficiencies
• Troubleshoots equipment and process problems
• Leads safety activities of production personnel
• Provides leadership in improving operating efficiencies
• Provides ongoing shift leadership to plant personnel engaged in manufacturing activities to ensure quality and delivery performance for the plant
• Counsels, leads, and directs hourly employees on production issues
• Guides daily production schedules, manages unscheduled downtime, and optimizes resource utilization, including manpower
• Enforces plant rules, monitors attendance, and provides corrective actions as necessary
• Prepares production reports and data for management
• Conducts regular shift meetings and training sessions for hourly personnel
• Coordinates improvement activities with other departments
• Supports and implements Operational Excellence programs as they pertain to their shift

Requirements

Training and Experience Required:

• High school diploma required; college degree preferred
• Minimum of 5 years manufacturing experience with at least 2 years in a leadership role
• Knowledge of plastic manufacturing processes such as injection and/or blow molding is a plus
• Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment strongly preferred
• Experience in cost reduction, production efficiency improvements, and continuous improvement activities is desirable
• Ability to be a change agent and turn “compliance” into “commitment”
• Strong organization, planning, and written communication skills
• Effective problem-solving skills
• Leadership traits such as listening, providing feedback, and independent work ability
• Ability to train and educate plant personnel
• Working knowledge of MS Office

Additional Information

Catania Oils is an Equal Opportunity employer